A 6’5” Fil-American will be among the four new faces in Team A of the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons’ roster.
The name of Ross Tiglao, a high school student from Los Angeles, California was added to the final list of players of the Maroons two weeks ago.
New coach Bo Perasol named him after he and members of the coaching staff selected the composition of the team for Season 79 of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines men’s basketball tournament.
They also added UPIS student Javi Gomez de Liano, another 6’5” big man, along with Ateneo transferee Paolo Romero and Kyles Lao, who is coming back from injury.
“These are the players that are coming in this year. Si Tiglao diretso na from high school,” said assistant coach Mo Gingerich.
The regulars who will continue playing for the Maroons this season are Diego Dario, Paul Desiderio, Henry Asilum, Jet Manuel and Dave Moralde.
Also back are Andrew Harris, Felixberto Jaboneta, Noah Webb, Gelo Vito and Jarrell Lim.
They are also considering a talented prospect Jun Manzo, a player from University of the Visayas Green Lancers, who has suited up for Team B, and is now an understudy for Season 80.
His transfer to the Maroons’ camp came amidst questions by the UV officials on their consent on his decision to leave the school.
The Fighting Maroons, who was coach by Rensy Bajar last year, are looking forward to a better season.
They finished tied in seventh and eighth spots with the Adamson Falcons.